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1. (n.) dispersion
the variation of the index of refraction of a transparent substance, as glass, with the wavelength of light.
2. dispersion
the separation of white or compound light into its respective colors, as in the formation of a spectrum by a prism.
3. dispersion
the scattering of values of a statistical variable around the mean or median of a distribution.
4. dispersion
Also called disperse system. a system of dispersed particles suspended in a solid, liquid, or gas.
5. dispersion
(cap.)
Etymology: (1350–1400; ME (< AF) < L)
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| Definition of 'Dispersion' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) dispersion, scattering
spreading widely or driving off
2. (noun) distribution, dispersion
the spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume
"worldwide in distribution"; "the distribution of nerve fibers"; "in complementary distribution"
3. (noun) dispersion, dispersal, dissemination, diffusion
the act of dispersing or diffusing something
"the dispersion of the troops"; "the diffusion of knowledge"
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) Dispersion
the act or process of scattering or dispersing, or the state of being scattered or separated; as, the Jews in their dispersion retained their rites and ceremonies; a great dispersion of the human family took place at the building of Babel
2. (noun) Dispersion
the separation of light into its different colored rays, arising from their different refrangibilities
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| Definition of 'Dispersion' |
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms |
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1. Dispersion
1. A scattered pattern of hits around the mean point of impact of bombs and projectiles dropped or fired under identical conditions. 2. In antiaircraft gunnery, the scattering of shots in range and deflection about the mean point of explosion. 3. The spreading or separating of troops, materiel, establishments, or activities which are usually concentrated in limited areas to reduce vulnerability. 4. In chemical and biological operations, the dissemination of agents in liquid or aerosol form. 5. In airdrop operations, the scatter of personnel and/or cargo on the drop zone. 6. In naval control of shipping, the reberthing of a ship in the periphery of the port area or in the vicinity of the port for its own protection in order to minimize the risk of damage from attack. See also circular error probable; convoy dispersal point; delivery error; deviation; dispersion error; horizontal error.
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